demulcent
Speech parts
1. demulcent - Noun
2. demulcent - Adjective
3. demulcent - Adjective Satellite
Meaning
Softening; mollifying; soothing; assuasive; as, oil is demulcent.
A substance, usually of a mucilaginous or oily nature, supposed to be capable of soothing an inflamed nervous membrane, or protecting it from irritation. Gum Arabic, glycerin, olive oil, etc., are demulcents.
Source: Webster's dictionarySynonyms
softening
emollient
salving
oil
salve
balsam
chrism
soft
mild
cream
dressing
lubricant
lenient
toner
ductile
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